Meg Ryan's Bittersweet Rom-Com 'What Happens Later' Takes Flight

Meg Ryan directs and stars in "What Happens Later," a romantic comedy that challenges the conventions of the genre. The film follows two middle-aged former lovers who reunite during a snowstorm at an airport. While the movie attempts to inject whimsy and charm, it primarily focuses on the characters' grievances and regrets. Despite the lack of commitment to its own premise, Ryan and co-star David Duchovny deliver compelling performances. "What Happens Later" reflects the decline of traditional rom-coms in favor of more diverse and character-driven offerings on television and in independent films.